Translation of Italian word "dente" to English
dente
/ˈden.te/
How to use
The Italian noun 'dente' (masculine) denotes 'tooth' (Tooth). It typically takes the definite article 'il'. In practice, hard bony structure in mouth.
🇬🇧 English
tooth
Example
Lavati i denti tre volte al giorno dopo i pasti.
Brush your teeth three times a day after meals.
Vado dal dentista perché mi fa male un dente.
I go to the dentist because a tooth hurts.
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Common phrases
- denti bianchi— white teeth
- Vado dal dentista perché mi fa male un dente.— I go to the dentist because a tooth hurts.
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What does the Italian word "dente" mean?▼
The Italian word "dente" means "tooth" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Lavati i denti tre volte al giorno dopo i pasti." (which translates as "Brush your teeth three times a day after meals.").
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